Charli xcx has her movie star moment, and says goodbye to Brat
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Charli xcx plays herself in “The Moment,” a meta mockumentary about the challenges of fame. She tells The Associated Press she wanted to explore expectations. The film debuted at the Sundance Film Festival before it opens in theaters on Jan. 30. Charli, a pop star since 16, hit a peak with her sixth album, “Brat,” in 2024. But with success came pressure and expectations she struggled to meet. She collaborated with director Aidan Zamiri to create a film that captures this tension. The movie also features Kylie Jenner playing herself.
Longtime festivalgoers say the final Sundance in Utah may also be their last
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — A common question that has emerged from this year's Sundance Film Festival is: "“Will you still go to the festival when it moves to Boulder?” Several festivalgoers who have been attending for decades say the final Sundance in Utah may also be their last. Some pointed to founder Robert Redford's recent death as a reason to close a chapter. Others said Sundance won't be the same festival outside its charming mountain hometown of Park City. Redford’s daughter, Amy Redford, said she’s excited about the transition but is glad the development programs her father established for emerging filmmakers will be staying in Utah.
'Mercy' unseats 'Avatar: Fire & Ash' atop the box office on snow-blanketed weekend in theaters
NEW YORK (AP) — With a winter storm blanketing a large swath of the country, Hollywood had its quietest weekend of the year at the box office. The Amazon MGM sci-fi thriller “Mercy” dethroned “Avatar: Fire and Ash” from the No. 1 spot with $11.2 million in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday. Hundreds of theaters were forced to close due to the storm spreading from Texas to Maine. But the weekend was never going to be a blockbuster one. “Mercy,” starring Chris Pratt, arrived with withering reviews and an equally poor reception from audiences. But it was still enough to finally dislodge James Cameron’s third Pandora epic from its monthlong perch atop the box office.
American rock climber Alex Honnold reaches top of Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — American rock climber Alex Honnold has ascended the Taipei 101 skyscraper without any ropes or protective equipment. Cheers erupted from a street-level crowd as he reached the top of the spire of the 1,667-foot tower about 90 minutes after he started on Sunday. Wearing a red short-sleeve shirt, he waved his arms back and forth over his head. Honnold's free solo climb of the iconic building in Taiwan's capital was being broadcast live on Netflix. The ascent was delayed for 24 hours due to rain.
A man is under arrest for assaulting U.S. Rep. Maxwell Frost at the Sundance Film Festival
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — A man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost at a party during the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. Frost writes on X that he was punched by a man who claimed President Trump would deport him. The altercation occurred Friday night at a private party hosted by the talent agency CAA. Frost is thanking venue security and police for their help. The suspect, identified as Christian Young, reportedly crashed the party. The Sundance Film Festival is condemning the assault and emphasizing attendee safety. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is expressing horror at the attack.
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Which films dominated the Oscar nominations and how to watch them
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Natalie Portman, Seth Rogen debut new movies at Sundance Film Festival
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Hermès menswear designer Nichanian takes final bow after 37 years
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Robert Redford remembered for his mentorship of new filmmakers at Sundance gala
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Filmmakers whose careers were shaped by Robert Redford and the Sundance Institute he founded are honoring his legacy at the first Sundance Film Festival since his death. The 2026 festival is a love letter to the haven Redford established in Utah decades ago for stories that didn’t fit into the mainstream. His daughter said it was his Sundance Institute lab programs for writers and directors that brought him the most pride. Several program alumni and others who Redford mentored shared stories on stage Friday night at a star-studded gala honoring his legacy.
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